dubiousness

[ˈdjuːbiəsnəs]

dubiousness Definition

  • 1the state of being uncertain or doubtful
  • 2the quality of being morally suspect

Using dubiousness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dubiousness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dubiousness of the evidence made it difficult to reach a verdict.

  • Example

    There is a certain dubiousness about his motives.

  • Example

    The company's financial situation has raised doubts about its future.

  • Example

    The dubiousness of the claims made in the advertisement was immediately apparent.

dubiousness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for dubiousness

Phrases with dubiousness

  • in dubious circumstances

    in a situation that is questionable or suspicious

    Example

    The money was acquired in dubious circumstances.

  • cause people to feel uncertain or skeptical about something

    Example

    The new evidence cast doubt on the defendant's guilt.

  • choose to believe someone's statement, even though it may be doubtful or uncertain

    Example

    I'm willing to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he didn't mean to offend anyone.

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Summary: dubiousness in Brief

The term 'dubiousness' [ˈdjuːbiəsnəs] refers to the state of being uncertain or doubtful, as well as the quality of being morally suspect. It can be used to describe evidence, motives, claims, or circumstances, as in 'The dubiousness of the evidence made it difficult to reach a verdict.' Synonyms include 'uncertainty,' 'suspicion,' and 'questionability.' Phrases like 'in dubious circumstances' and 'give the benefit of the doubt' further illustrate the concept.